Under the United States constitution, we as Americans have certain rights and freedoms that others countries do not have like freedom of speech, assembly, religion, press, and the right to petition the Government. The U.S. media is used to tell the public the truth and is able to inform people of certain issues and current events occurring in other countries, as well as ours. Many countries overseas do not have freedoms such as freedom of press and speech(specifically media). Serious punishments are enforced for people who break these laws. Unfortunately Syria a country located in western Asia, and between Turkey, Iraq, and Jordan is forced to deal with the restrictions of media during their Civil War.
Part one: The Consequences of Journalism
Journalists in Syria face adverse circumstances for doing their jobs, like imprisonment and paying fines ranging from $10,000 to $20,000. "Numerous journalists in Syria have been arrested for supposedly criticizing the government. Freelance journalist Ali Abdallah was given a six-month prison sentence for publishing an article on the weaknesses of Syria's economy. He was arrested in March 2006 but not tried until five months later. His son was given a similar sentence after reporting the father's arrest to A1-Jazeera TV."Journalists have been arrested for apparently criticizing the government, meanwhile they're just stating their opinions and facts. Some journalists go as far as risking there own life to know the truth. Syria was listed as one of the most censored countries in the world because their press law mapped out an array of restrictions against the media. The news media is still controlled by its presidential republic( some suggest dictatorship) government intervention or action, and is not yet a fully independent body.
The Syrian Flag
Part two:
Does Freedom Exist?
Having freedoms is a necessity that every human needs. Freedoms allow us to do what we want without getting in trouble. In most countries people are given their freedoms, but that's not the case in Syria. Syrian citizens are not given their freedoms at all. The one who is responsible for this problem is no one, but the Syrian government.
"While governments in both Libya and Syria responded with force to unarmed civilian protestors, and are suspected of crimes against humanity, only the former was the target of intervention by the international community, an action that ultimately led to the demise of the regime."
"The Syrian government has also been beset by protests, and, like Libya, has responded with brutal and repressive acts against civilians. Anti-government protests began in Syria in March 2011, when a group of approximately 200 protestors called for the ouster of Syrian President."As you can see, the government was and currently is treating its citizens cruelly, which has finally caused these citizens to finally take action and revolt. Many of these citizens have despised the government for a very long time. Even though the Syrian government could have dealt with the citizens through a calmer approach they choose to deal with them using force. As long as this government is continued, Syrian citizens will never have the freedom they truly need.
Part three: Current Events Since September 23rd, Syria's civil war has been going on for 1,288 days(The war started on March,15,2011). The war has left over 200,000 people dead and has left 9.5 million people as refugees. Only now has America started to help Syria and is planning to help begin air strikes. Many Syrians are skeptical of whether or not the air strikes will help. "For all its brutality, one Syrian NGO reckons IS has killed 830 Syrian civilians, compared with the regime's 125,000." It's crimes are horrific along with President Bashar Assad use of chemical weapons, barrel bombs and torture to repress the Syrian opposition.
In February of 2011, 15 Syrian school children were arrested in Daraa a town near the Jordanian border that has suffered from drought and poor farming conditions. The angered children drew grafitti on the wall that said" The people want to topple the regime." The kids were tortured by the local authorities. The local towns in which people heard of this, began to protest against the government but were met with brutal oppression. "In the weeks that followed, a feeling of powerlessness began to sweep over them--moving more and more people to take to the streets to protest." The violence in Syria is currently ongoing and makes no exception towards anyone. Innocent men, women, and children are being killed by President Bashar Assad's regime and by rebel forces.
Part four: Are rules being followed?
The Syrian government doesn't follow the International Code Of Journalism that implies to all the journalists whatsoever. Many Syrians could care less about the journalists reporting in their country as long as they don't report anything bad. According to this International Code, "Journalists have an obligation to defend their independence and not to allow interference in their work." This rule allows journalists to keep their privacy. However, this rule is not applied in Syria. In Syria, the Syrian government always wants to know what the journalists are posting in order to see whether their image across the globe is being ruined or not. If the journalists do post something distrustful behind their back, then they shall face strict punishment such as imprisonment or death. Another important rule in the international code is "Respect for the truth and the citizen's right to objective and reliable information is an obligation of all media and journalists."This shows how journalists must find and report factual information that doesn't harm the country's reputation in any way. If the journalists do report something false they do not deserve to be hanged or killed. Syria wants to take the journalists' manners into their own hands. They always want to be in control of everything. Another part of the code that should always be followed is the journalists," respect and promote democracy and other universal values. They respect and promote human rights and the fundamental freedoms of all." Most journalists tend to report their country with respect and dignity. They tend to stick with the truth. If these journalists respect others, then they should be respected too. Syrians should respect all the journalists that come into their country, instead of finding a way to punish them.
Part Five: Journalism Heroes
Honey Al Sayed was a former Syrian radio host and producer for a show in Syria(Good Morning Syria). Sayed has more than six million listeners. "She is the founder of RO'YA Association and media/ radio host and producer for SouriaLi radio." She is also an independent media & cultural consultant. Sayed has advocated for peace and positive media coverage.
Sayed had left the capital of Syria, Damascus, under the impression that she was pursuing her studies but she knew that she was fleeing the wrath of President Bashar Assad as well as the rebel movement which killed media personalities who were pro-government.
Sayed used her blog and social media account to support the uprising. She won't support the armed rebel forces. She said, "We cannot allow anyone to divide us, inside or outside Syria. I just hate that I can’t be there. I hate that I have to be scared for my family. I hate that I can’t have a voice to tell them what I used to tell them: ‘It’s OK, let’s stick together, let’s love each other." Sayed wants the best for her country and to not be able to be there and help her country and family brings her a great deal of pain.
Honey Al- Sayed
Part six: Got news?
One of Syria's major newspapers, Al Ba,ath
WORK CITED PAGE
"Numerous journalists"--(Swaffield, Bruce. "Whims often lead to Syrian journalists' woes." The Quill May 2007: 38. General OneFile. Web.)
"While governments"--(The responsibility to protect in the anarchical society: pow...)
"In the weeks"--(Baker, Jennifer P. "When rulers refuse to listen." Calliope Feb. 2013: 2+.General OneFile. Web.)
NOTES FROM MR FISHON:
YOU MENTION AN UNSETTLING WAR IN YOUR OPENING, BUT DON'T EXPLAIN WHAT YOU MEAN. REMEMBER, ANYONE CAN READ THIS AND IT IS YOUR JOB TO EDUCATE THEM BY USING/CITING REALLY GOOD SOURCES! THIS IS NO WHERE NEAR DONE - YOU'RE MISSING THREE TOPICS. WHERE IS YOUR ART?
IF YOUR BLUE SECTIONS ARE FROM SOURCES YOU USED, THEY HAVE TO (1) HAVE QUOTATION MARKS AROUND THEM (2) HAVE PARENTHETICAL REFERENCES AFTER THEM (3) NOT BE SO LONG...REMEMBER WHAT WE LOOKED AT TODAY IN CLASS.
THERE SHOULD BE MORE BLACK TYPE - YOUR WORDS - THAN BLUE TYPE (CITED WORK). IN THE CASE OF PART ONE, YOU HAVE MORE QUOTE THAN YOUR OWN WORDS.
Syria
Under the United States constitution, we as Americans have certain rights and freedoms that others countries do not have like freedom of speech, assembly, religion, press, and the right to petition the Government. The U.S. media is used to tell the public the truth and is able to inform people of certain issues and current events occurring in other countries, as well as ours. Many countries overseas do not have freedoms such as freedom of press and speech(specifically media). Serious punishments are enforced for people who break these laws. Unfortunately Syria a country located in western Asia, and between Turkey, Iraq, and Jordan is forced to deal with the restrictions of media during their Civil War.
Part one:
The Consequences of Journalism
Journalists in Syria face adverse circumstances for doing their jobs, like imprisonment and paying fines ranging from $10,000 to $20,000. "Numerous journalists in Syria have been arrested for supposedly criticizing the government. Freelance journalist Ali Abdallah was given a six-month prison sentence for publishing an article on the weaknesses of Syria's economy. He was arrested in March 2006 but not tried until five months later. His son was given a similar sentence after reporting
the father's arrest to A1-Jazeera TV." Journalists have been arrested for apparently criticizing the government, meanwhile they're just stating their opinions and facts. Some journalists go as far as risking there own life to know the truth. Syria was listed as one of the most censored countries in the world because their press law mapped out an array of restrictions against the media. The news media is still controlled by its presidential republic( some suggest dictatorship) government intervention or action, and is not yet a fully independent body.
Part two:
Does Freedom Exist?
Having freedoms is a necessity that every human needs. Freedoms allow us to do what we want without getting in trouble. In most countries people are given their freedoms, but that's not the case in Syria. Syrian citizens are not given their freedoms at all. The one who is responsible for this problem is no one, but the Syrian government.
"While governments in both Libya and Syria responded with force to unarmed civilian protestors, and are suspected of crimes against humanity, only the former was the target of intervention by the international community, an action that ultimately led to the demise of the regime."
"The Syrian government has also been beset by protests, and, like Libya, has responded with brutal and repressive acts against civilians. Anti-government protests began in Syria in March 2011, when a group of approximately 200 protestors called for the ouster of Syrian President." As you can see, the government was and currently is treating its citizens cruelly, which has finally caused these citizens to finally take action and revolt. Many of these citizens have despised the government for a very long time. Even though the Syrian government could have dealt with the citizens through a calmer approach they choose to deal with them using force. As long as this government is continued, Syrian citizens will never have the freedom they truly need.
Part three:
Current Events
Since September 23rd, Syria's civil war has been going on for 1,288 days(The war started on March,15,2011). The war has left over 200,000 people dead and has left 9.5 million people as refugees. Only now has America started to help Syria and is planning to help begin air strikes. Many Syrians are skeptical of whether or not the air strikes will help.
"For all its brutality, one Syrian NGO reckons IS has killed 830 Syrian civilians, compared with the regime's 125,000." It's crimes are horrific along with President Bashar Assad use of chemical weapons, barrel bombs and torture to repress the Syrian opposition.
In February of 2011, 15 Syrian school children were arrested in Daraa a town near the Jordanian border that has suffered from drought and poor farming conditions. The angered children drew grafitti on the wall that said" The people want to topple the regime." The kids were tortured by the local authorities. The local towns in which people heard of this, began to protest against the government but were met with brutal oppression.
"In the weeks that followed, a feeling of powerlessness began to sweep over them--moving more and more people to take to the streets to protest."
The violence in Syria is currently ongoing and makes no exception towards anyone. Innocent men, women, and children are being killed by President Bashar Assad's regime and by rebel forces.
Part four:
Are rules being followed?
The Syrian government doesn't follow the International Code Of Journalism that implies to all the journalists whatsoever. Many Syrians could care less about the journalists reporting in their country as long as they don't report anything bad. According to this International Code,
"Journalists have an obligation to defend their independence and not to allow interference in their work." This rule allows journalists to keep their privacy. However, this rule is not applied in Syria. In Syria, the Syrian government always wants to know what the journalists are posting in order to see whether their image across the globe is being ruined or not. If the journalists do post something distrustful behind their back, then they shall face strict punishment such as imprisonment or death. Another important rule in the international code is "Respect for the truth and the citizen's right to objective and reliable information is an obligation of all media and journalists." This shows how journalists must find and report factual information that doesn't harm the country's reputation in any way. If the journalists do report something false they do not deserve to be hanged or killed. Syria wants to take the journalists' manners into their own hands. They always want to be in control of everything. Another part of the code that should always be followed is the journalists," respect and promote democracy and other universal values. They respect and promote human rights and the fundamental freedoms of all." Most journalists tend to report their country with respect and dignity. They tend to stick with the truth. If these journalists respect others, then they should be respected too. Syrians should respect all the journalists that come into their country, instead of finding a way to punish them.
Part Five:
Journalism Heroes
Honey Al Sayed was a former Syrian radio host and producer for a show in Syria(Good Morning Syria). Sayed has more than six million listeners. "She is the founder of RO'YA Association and media/ radio host and producer for SouriaLi radio."
She is also an independent media & cultural consultant.
Sayed has advocated for peace and positive media coverage.
Sayed had left the capital of Syria, Damascus, under the impression that she was pursuing her studies but she knew that she was fleeing the wrath of President Bashar Assad as well as the rebel movement which killed media personalities who were pro-government.
Sayed used her blog and social media account to support the uprising. She won't support the armed rebel forces. She said,
"We cannot allow anyone to divide us, inside or outside Syria. I just hate that I can’t be there. I hate that I have to be scared for my family. I hate that I can’t have a voice to tell them what I used to tell them: ‘It’s OK, let’s stick together, let’s love each other."
Sayed wants the best for her country and to not be able to be there and help her country and family brings her a great deal of pain.
Part six:
Got news?
WORK CITED PAGE
"Numerous journalists"--(Swaffield, Bruce. "Whims often lead to Syrian journalists' woes." The Quill May
2007: 38. General OneFile. Web.)
"While governments"--(The responsibility to protect in the anarchical society: pow...)
"Journalists have an"--(http://ethicnet.uta.fi/cyprus/journalists039_code_of_practice) (website)
"RO'YA Association"--(National Press Club. N.p., 11 Feb. 2014. Web.)
"For all it's brutality"--("No solution; Syria's deadlocked war." The Economist 27 Sept. 2014: 25(US).General OneFile. Web.)
"In the weeks"--(Baker, Jennifer P. "When rulers refuse to listen." Calliope Feb. 2013: 2+.General OneFile. Web.)
NOTES FROM MR FISHON:YOU MENTION AN UNSETTLING WAR IN YOUR OPENING, BUT DON'T EXPLAIN WHAT YOU MEAN. REMEMBER, ANYONE CAN READ THIS AND IT IS YOUR JOB TO EDUCATE THEM BY USING/CITING REALLY GOOD SOURCES!
THIS IS NO WHERE NEAR DONE - YOU'RE MISSING THREE TOPICS. WHERE IS YOUR ART?
IF YOUR BLUE SECTIONS ARE FROM SOURCES YOU USED, THEY HAVE TO (1) HAVE QUOTATION MARKS AROUND THEM (2) HAVE PARENTHETICAL REFERENCES AFTER THEM (3) NOT BE SO LONG...REMEMBER WHAT WE LOOKED AT TODAY IN CLASS.
THERE SHOULD BE MORE BLACK TYPE - YOUR WORDS - THAN BLUE TYPE (CITED WORK). IN THE CASE OF PART ONE, YOU HAVE MORE QUOTE THAN YOUR OWN WORDS.